Question

Identify the correct statement regarding reasonable accommodation.

A. Reasonable accommodation is typically provided in situations involving individuals with disabilities or different religious needs.
B. Reasonable accommodation is the same as reverse discrimination.
C. Reasonable accommodation exclusively compensates for the poor educational background that hampers the progress of employees.
D. Reasonable accommodation is provided by an organization even if the requisite changes create undue hardship on the organization.
E. Reasonable accommodation is provided on a homogeneous basis without the provisions being tailored to the individual needs of employees.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Reasonable accommodation is typically provided in situations involving individuals with disabilities or different religious needs.

Explanation:

Reasonable accommodation is typically provided in situations involving individuals with disabilities or different religious needs.

For instance, in an organization having employees with disabilities, reasonable accommodations usually varies depending on the needs of these individuals. A person with special needs or disabilities may provide his or her own accommodation, which is necessary that employer allows. Also, in some cases, the accommodation may be provided by the employer based on equal employment opportunity rights.

Under employment law, reasonable accommodations refers to an employer's obligation to ensure employees with disabilities are provided with assistance that would enable them perform their duties efficiently and effectively.

Examples of reasonable accommodations are modified work schedules, job or policy restructuring, interpretations, modifications of equipment and training materials.